Preschool, Kindergarten & Elementary School
Field Trip Programs

Are you looking for a short and cheap, high-quality field trip?
Bring your pre-school, pre-k, kindergarten, or elementary school class to visit our Nature Center in southern Lancaster County, PA, where your students spend 45 minutes learning about and visiting with our live animals. You can even sign them up for a nature hike! Students in kindergarten and up can also take part in a different half day or full day field trip!

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230718 Mpm Blackrock 160 Scaled | Black Rock Retreat

Nature Center Program

(45 min) Students will learn about animal behaviors and habitats while interacting with the residents of the Nature Center, including birds, a rabbit, snakes, turtles, lizards, and much more! Think of it like a guided petting zoo.

Nature Hike Program

(optional; 45 min) Students can also enjoy a 45-minute themed nature hike through our 100 acres of beautiful Pennsylvania woodlands.

Pricing

Nature Center Program: $6/student
Nature Hike Program: $6/student
Both Programs Combined: $12/student

Availability

These programs are available weekdays from November through March (limited other dates may be available upon request – contact us). A minimum of 10 students and one adult chaperone is required.

Questions?

Arrange to bring a snack, spend some time on our playground, or play some outdoor games on our ballfield! Contact our Outdoor Education office for details about these options!